As part of our natural disasters topic we have been learning about volcanoes.

A volcano is formed with 2 tectonic plates push together – Tyler.

An eruption happens when magma is pushed up through the main vent and comes out of the crater. It is then called lava – Matthew.

We have made 3D models of volcanoes using paper mache. We discussed the criteria we needed to follow.

We had to work as a team to ensure that we completed it. We used different techniques to create the volcano shape. We ripped pieces of newspaper into strips and soaked them in a watery glue.

We then needed to paint them.

Once they are dry we are going making our own volcanic eruption. Watch this space for how we get on.